Course summary
This is for you if... you want to study research methods at an advanced level and conduct an original research project in psychology. This postgraduate degree will provide you with advanced training in research methods in the psychology of mental health, equipping you with the research and professional skills required for a research career. The School of Psychology and Vision Sciences has particular research strengths in:
- Cognitive and behavioural sciences
- Perception and sensory processing
- Health and psychological wellbeing, including ageing
Assessment method
All teaching is seminar based, or in one-to-one tutorial and research supervision sessions, with continuous assessment in the form of a research protocol, oral and poster presentations, and in the development of portfolios of assessed activities. You will write a thesis on original empirical research, which will involve an oral exam (viva).
How to apply
International applicants
https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students
Entry requirements
Second class honours degree in psychology, biological science or a related discipline. English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. International Qualifications Find your country on the university website to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see website for 25/26 postgraduate fee information
Sponsorship information
https://le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates/fees-funding/scholarships-discounts
Provider information
University of Leicester
University Road
Leicester
LE1 7RH